Utah Heritage Foundation

On Saturday, September 18, a free Preservation Workshop will give owners of historic buildings valuable information about the care and preservation of their buildings. The workshop, presented by the Murray History Advisory Board, will be held at the Murray Baptist Church, 4886 S. Poplar Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The workshop will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a short walking tour of historic buildings on Poplar Street (1/2 block west of State Street). During the tour, State History’s Don Hartley, state historical architect, will share his broad experience and knowledge about preservation solutions and maintenance issues. Hartley will then present a workshop on ways to update and maintain a building and increase energy efficiency while still retaining historic integrity. He will also discuss tax credits and other funding options. Professor Robert Young of the U of U College of Architecture and Planning will present a case study of historic home preservation and the integration of sustainability/green preservation. 

After lunch, participants may take an optional bus tour of historic Murray sites (cost for the tour is $5). The 90-minute bus tour will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Download the complete flyer here.

We just received word that Murray City is demolishing two houses in their downtown historic district on Poplar Street within a few days as nuisance abatement.  They are willing to let historic materials be salvaged before demolition.  One house is brick dating c. 1903.  If you are interested in making an appointment to see the houses, contact Tim Tingey at 801.270.2420.

Thanks to all the members (over 40!) who attended this year's trip to Fish Lake Lodge and Wayne County.  We enjoyed an absolutely perfect cool summer day by Fish Lake, lunch catered by Sunglow in Bicknell while sitting under the trees at Robber's Roost in Torrey, and walks around Keith McKay's stone yard and quarry in Torrey.

Forest Service Archaeologist Bob Leonard as George Merton, a traveler on the Old Spanish Trail with Kit Carson.

There are so many great towns across the state, big and small, that stand out to me for different reasons.  Certainly their distinctive architecture and stories of historical interest lead.  But the variety of local stores, art, and setting within the natural landscape make each one interesting time and time again.

Well, now is a chance to stand out amongst the rest!

Since 2000, the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Dozen Distinctive Destination program has recognized cities and towns that offer an authentic visitor experience by combining dynamic downtowns, cultural diversity, attractive architecture, cultural landscapes and a strong commitment to historic preservation, sustainability and revitalization. In each community, residents have joined together and taken action to protect their town’s character.

This coming Saturday, August 14 will be the last time UHF is offering the free double-package summer blockbuster tour of the spectacular O.C. Tanner building along with Alta Club.  Tours start at 10:00 a.m. with the last tour leaving at 11:30.  More information can be found on our website by going here.

UHF will also be at the Downtown Farmers’ Market on Saturday, August 14 in the nonprofits section so look for our table.

If we didn’t pack enough in for you before school starts, you could attend the annual member’s trip to Wayne County to see Fish Lake Lodge, interpretation of the Old Spanish Trail, the State Stone quarry yard and plant, and Torrey.  We’ll take reservations through Tuesday, August 10^th.  More information can be found on our website by going here.

Tuesday, August 10^th is the last day you can register for the guided tour in Wayne County with UHF.

The trip is on Saturday, August 14 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
You won’t want to miss our annual member’s trip with the Board of Trustees as guests from the region and UHF Central and Southern Utah Field Rep Susan Crook join us to provide insight to significant places throughout the county.

Plus it’s one of the only chances you’ll be able to go behind-the-scenes at Fish Lake Lodge and receive a limited edition print copy of the Fish Lake history.

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To help facilitate one of our most popular annual events, UHF is seeking volunteers over 16 years of age to captain activity tables.  For several years, the Capitol Preservation Board and Utah Heritage Foundation partner to sponsor this event.  This year, the Capitol Preservation Board will be providing volunteers during each shift to work for the UHF table captains in facilitating activities.  This year, activities will include domes, mosaics, gold leafing, murals, and the treasure hunt.

Date:  Saturday, September 18, 2010

What if we don't participate?  We risk important agencies and decision-makers not hearing individual voices express the importance of places that matter whether they be historic, cultural, natural, or scenic.

Salt Lake City has a youth component, so bring the kids!

Register by  Wednesday, July 28th!

One of the great friends and supporters of Utah’s Folk Arts Program, not to mention one of the greatest folk arts contributors herself, Pilar Pobil, has offered to host one of her famous garden parties as a fund-raiser for the recently struggling program.

The event is scheduled for FRIDAY, JULY 30 from 5 PM to 9 PM. There will be light refreshments as well as live music. The suggested donation will be $20, all of which will go to financially support the Folk Arts Program.  This is a great chance to see Pilar’s incredible art-filled house, painted from top to bottom, as well as the beautiful garden and studio, which is art in itself.

Pilar is originally from Majora, Spain. She married a Utahn and has lived in Salt Lake for almost fifty years. She is an extremely talented and accomplished artist whose paintings are widely admired for their vibrant color and charm. Her home, studio and garden, in the Avenues area, are utterly filled with her artwork. The pleasure of visiting her home and seeing all this beauty and creativity is enough reason to come.

Now that the Odd Fellows Hall has been successfully relocated to its new site, across the street from its old site on Market Street in downtown Salt Lake City, the U.S. General Services Administration is set to find a new owner for the building and its adjacent property.

Built in 1891, the National Register-listed building is a rare example of the Romanesque Revival style of architecture.  At the south end of Main Street with proximity to both the state and federal courthouses and the Broadway theater district, its uses are extremely open to serving as office space, restaurant and entertainment, retail, or mixed uses.

On July 28, the GSA is holding a live auction at the Salt Lake City Hampton Inn (425 South 300 West) and via internet to find the new owner.  Registration for the auction starts at 9:00 a.m. and the auction starts at 11:00 a.m.  No matter what the possibilities for development, there is a distinct likelihood that obtaining Odd Fellows could come at a great bargain to the highest bidder.